Shaviv Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shaviv Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Park, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,180 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$13,180
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$452,571
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,370 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,900 | 4 | $278,716 |
| 2024 | $9,370 | 9 | $362,899 |
| 2025 | $13,180 | 13 | $452,571 |
How to apply
Shaviv Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9 | $11,780 |
| New York | 2 | $1,220 |
| Maryland | 1 | $180 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | program support | $3,000 |
| Individual | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Individual | program support | $1,800 |
| Individual | program support | $1,250 |
| Individual | program support | $1,030 |
| Individual | program support | $1,000 |
| Individual | program support | $1,000 |
| Toiremorg | program support | $720 |
| Chedvat Neurim Foundation | program support | $500 |
| Chesed Fund | program support | $180 |
| Individual | program support | $100 |
| The Podcast Fellowship | program support | $100 |
| Individual | program support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Solomon Luss
- Ellen Luss
Questions people ask
Does Shaviv Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shaviv Foundation give?
$13,180 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Shaviv Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Solomon Luss (President) and Ellen Luss (Director).